Utility Operator

Oil-Dri Corporation of America; Blue Mountain (MS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Oil-Dri Corporation of America is seeking a Utility Operator B to perform a range of general and skilled labor tasks supporting packaging, processing, warehousing, and plant aesthetics. The role emphasizes safe work practices and efficient material handling in a busy manufacturing setting.

You will operate equipment such as a bobcat, forklift, and sweeper, perform pre-operational checks, assist with loading/unloading, and help maintain clean, organized work areas throughout the shift.

Qualifications

• Must meet assessment requirements.
• Must pass basic computer skills assessment.
• Must read and act on SOPs, PWI, AIQ processes and similar documents.

Responsibilities

• Performs packaging, processing or warehousing duties as needed.
• Reclaims damaged pallets, unloads/loads trucks and assists with railcars.
• Assists with changing screens, cleaning elevators and pipes.
• Reclaims damaged pallets, stacking, baling, sewing as required.
• Operates bobcat, forklift, road sweeper and other plant equipment.
• Performs general clean-up and uses PPE to maintain safety.
• Conducts pre-operational equipment checks and monitors gauges.
• Follows all safety rules and keeps areas clean and organized.
• Collaborates with team leader and other staff to meet production goals.

Skills

Team communication

Read SOPs

Lifting 50 lbs

PPE compliance

Safety awareness

Job description

Job Overview

The Utility Operator B performs a variety of general and skilled labor functions in support of packaging, processing, warehousing and plant aesthetics.

Responsibilities

• Performs packaging, processing or warehousing duties such as:
• Reclaiming damaged pallets, unloading and loading trucks, assists with loading railcars, placing dunnage, etc., and/or;
• Assisting with changing screens, cleaning elevators, cleaning out pipes, etc., and/ or.
• Reclaiming damaged pallets, stacking, bailing, sewing, etc.
• Operates equipment such as bobcat, front-end loader, sweeper, forklift and road sweeper to move debris, waste receptacles, pallets, and other materials on the plant grounds.
• Performs general clean-up using manual equipment such as shovels, brooms, mops, fire hoses and floor jacks.
• Performs pre-operational equipment checks and monitors performance and gauges during operation.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations.
• Keeps all areas clean and free of clutter.

Qualifications

Education:

• Must meet assessment requirements.
• Must pass basic computer skills assessment. (Powders only)
• Must be able to read, comprehend, and act on product specifications, SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures), PWI (Process Work Instructions), AIQ processes, and similar documents.

Skills & Abilities

• Must be able to effectively communicate with team leader, shipping/receiving clerks, scheduler, supervisors, customers, drivers, etc.
• Must satisfy the spirit of WE CARE.
• Must be able to sit on required equipment throughout shift.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds frequently.
• Bending reaching, twisting, stooping, walking and climbing stairways and ladders frequently.
• Good sight and hearing to avoid hazard.
• Must be able to function in the required role while wearing appropriate PPE including, but not limited to: Safety glasses, hearing protection, dust mask, protective coveralls, and pother as may be required by a hot/cold, dusty, loud industrial environment.